Welcome
I am delighted to be able to welcome you to our lovely school. St Mary’s has been educating children from the Hexham community since 1832 and is part of the Heavenfield Partnership.
When a child joins our school they become a part of the St Mary’s family. We pride ourselves on our nurturing approach, caring for our pupils and their families in our friendly, secure and happy environment. In St. Mary’s we seek to create an inclusive community where everybody is valued. We are a dedicated school team who are all committed to ensuring the best outcomes for every one of our pupils; we all work incredibly hard ensuring that our children enjoy their learning and achieve well.
Mrs S Oakes
Headteacher
Our Values
Our school reflects British values in all that it does. We encourage our children to be creative, unique, open-minded and independent individuals, respectful of themselves and of others in our school, our local community and the wider world. We aim to nurture our children on their journey through life so they can grow into safe, caring, democratic, responsible and tolerant adults who make a positive difference to British Society and to the wider world.
At St. Mary’s Catholic First School we aim to ensure that our values align closely with British values and through these our pupils will become productive citizens of modern Britain. These values are threaded throughout school life and evident in pupils’ behaviour in all areas.
Letters
We send out letters and newsletters on a regular basis to keep parents up to date with school decisions and progress.
At St Mary's, we keep our parents, carers and families informed about upcoming events and celebrations of our children's successes. We regularly publish a newsletter, which is sent out electronically to all of our parents and is made available on this page. We also use Social media to share the very latest events, learning and religious celebrations that take place within our school.
8th May
Newsletter 8th May 2026
1st May
Newsletter 1st May 2026
24th April
Newsletter 24th April 2026
2nd April
Newsletter 2nd April 2026
27th March
Newsletter 27th March 2026
Latest News
Paul Sturgess—Britain’s Tallest Man
Today was truly unforgettable as we welcomed Paul Sturgess—Britain’s Tallest Man, a Guinness World Record holder, and former Harlem Globetrotter—for our Wow Basketball Day. Pupils were inspired by Paul’s incredible story, learning valuable lessons about embracing differences, building confidence, and showing resilience. His high-energy assembly, filled with basketball skills and interactive moments, captivated everyone and […]
Published: May 13, 2026
Mental Health Awareness Week
Today, we painted pebbles as part of Mental Health Awareness Week. This activity gave children a calm and creative way to relax, express their feelings, and take time for themselves. It encouraged mindfulness, helped build confidence, and reminded children that it is okay to talk about emotions and look after their wellbeing. By taking part […]
Published: May 8, 2026
Sir David Attenborough’s 100th Birthday.
Today, our pupils took part in a special live celebration assembly to mark Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday. The children joined schools across the country to reflect on Sir David’s incredible work and his lifelong dedication to protecting our planet. They thoroughly enjoyed being part of this inspiring event and learning more about the importance […]
Published: May 8, 2026
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St Mary's Catholic First School Hexham
Today was truly unforgettable as we welcomed Paul Sturgess—Britain’s Tallest Man, a Guinness World Record holder, and former Harlem Globetrotter—for our Wow Basketball Day. Pupils
St Mary's Catholic First School Hexham
Hexham Holiday Club, the first week of the Summer school holidays. From the 20th to the 24th July we will be meeting every morning from
St Mary's Catholic First School Hexham
🔬✨ A Fantastic Trip to the Centre for Life! ✨🔬 The children had an amazing time during their visit to the Centre for Life today!
The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is an exempt charity. It is a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales under company registration number 07890590. The registered office address is Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education HQ, Barmston Court, Turbine Business Park, Nissan Way, Washington, SR5 3NY.